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Nordic Dancers receive donation
Thursday, August 31, 2023 2:05 pm
Community members who decided to “round up” at the register at Fareway in Decorah the week of Nordic Fest raised nearly $700 for the Decorah Nordic Dancers.
Driftless area farms recognized at State Fair
Thursday, August 31, 2023 2:03 pm
Many area farm families were honored with the distinction of owning a Century Farm or Heritage Farm at the Iowa State Fair.
Record North Carolina Bear now on display in Decorah
Thursday, August 31, 2023 1:58 pm
When Brent Freilinger of Decorah went hunting in North Carolina for the first time, he wasn’t sure what to expect…but it probably wasn’t a record-setting black bear.
Canton BBQ cookoff winner
Thursday, August 31, 2023 1:56 pm
Teams from Minnesota, Iowa and as far away as Crown Point, Ind., participated.
Historic World War II ship stops in La Crosse
Thursday, August 31, 2023 1:54 pm
The LST 325, a Landing Ship Tank, will visit La Crosse, Wis., from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4.
Fatal motorcycle accident reported near Waukon
Thursday, August 31, 2023 7:20 am
A northeast Iowa man died Wednesday in a collision involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck towing a trailer.
WinnMed Community Picnic Thursday
Thursday, August 31, 2023 5:29 am
The public is welcome to WinnMed in Decorah for a picnic event. The Grand Community Picnic is planned for Thursday, Aug. 31, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Luther grad completes competitive Critical Language Scholarship program
Thursday, August 31, 2023 1:00 am
Luther College recently announced Audrey Fashimpaur, class of 2023, completed the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Spark program – a competitive and intensive 8-week online course where Fashimpaur was immersed in Chinese language and culture to learn Mandarin.
Public input sought on elimination of Iowa boards, commissions
Wednesday, August 30, 2023 10:58 am
Together with the Boards and Commissions Review Committee, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds is calling for public input on proposed recommendations to reform Iowa’s board and commissions. More than 70 boards and commissions could be eliminated, and many others merged, consolidated and reorganized later this fall.
Canton Legion receives grant toward Veterans Memorial expansion
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 1:59 pm
The Canton American Legion recently received a grant from the Harmony Area Community Foundation (HACF) in the amount of $15,000 towards the Veterans Memorial expansion project. The expansion project includes another area of brick work for bricks with names to …
Decorah Pride Festival events planned Sept. 14-16
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 5:28 am
This year’s Decorah Pride Festival events takes place in Decorah starting Thursday, Sept. 14 through Saturday, Sept 16.
100+ Women Who Care to meet Sept. 6 in Decorah
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 5:10 am
The September meeting of 100+ Women Who Care – Oneota Valley is planned for Wednesday, Sept. 6, at Rubaiyat in Decorah. Registration starts at 5:30 p.m., and the meeting will be from 6 to 7 p.m.
Welcome Luther students…
Monday, August 28, 2023 4:02 pm
It was “move-in weekend” at Luther College last weekend Aug. 26-27. Volunteers were on hand to make the move a little easier for families.
College Drive transition from 4-lane to 3-lane starts Aug. 31
Monday, August 28, 2023 4:11 am
The City of Decorah is notifying residents the College Drive Road Diet Pilot Project is expected to begin on Thursday, Aug. 31.
Tips for choosing a family pet
Sunday, August 27, 2023 1:27 pm
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ArtHaus to host Studio Tour “Preview” Sept. 1
Sunday, August 27, 2023 5:40 am
ArtHaus in Decorah has announced “The Preview,” a special exhibition offering an exclusive glimpse into the captivating world of the annual Northeast Iowa Artists’ Studio Tour. Taking place at the Doyle G Heyveld Gallery within ArtHaus walls, this exhibition brings together the remarkable creations of artists from the picturesque Driftless Region of Northeast Iowa.
Reports from the Winneshiek County Sheriff and Decorah Police
Saturday, August 26, 2023 4:10 pm
Winneshiek County Sheriff Dar’Shaun Tobacco, 18, of Cresco, was arrested on River Road in Decorah Aug. 12 at 3:52 a.m., and booked into the Winneshiek County Jail for operating while under the influence and serious misdemeanor possession of controlled substance. …
Council passes ordinances, discusses amendment to age requirement for bar patrons
Friday, August 25, 2023 4:06 pm
Council discussed at-length proposed efforts to reduce underage drinking in Decorah.
Back in class
Friday, August 25, 2023 4:02 pm
Driftless area schools were back in session this week.
Luther College website earns ‘Award of Excellence’
Friday, August 25, 2023 3:39 pm
Luther College’s website (luther.edu) received the “Award of Excellence” in the category Website Redesign at the 29th annual Communicator Awards.